Advanced Software Engineer

Position: Advanced Software Engineer

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Pay: $71.75

About The Role

Join CPI’s engineering team supporting Crypto and Cross Domain Solutions. In this role, you will work on a cross-functional team designing and developing next-generation cryptographic capabilities. This position involves leading software development efforts, driving technical standards, and creating high-performance embedded Linux solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop next-generation cryptographic software solutions.
• Lead software development processes and mentor other developers.
• Apply technical standards, methodologies, and creative approaches to complex engineering challenges.
• Propose high-quality, high-performance solutions with minimal input.
• Perform kernel-level development and debugging on embedded systems.
• Support integration of Linux networking, routing, containerization, and embedded platforms.
• Champion new technologies, methodologies, and process improvements.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or related STEM field and 5 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree plus 3 years.
• Agile experience preferred.
• Security Clearance: DoD Secret clearance preferred at time of hire; must be eligible to obtain and maintain clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required due to the nature of the work.
  
  

Required Technical Experience

• 5 years developing Linux Kernel Drivers for embedded systems.
• Proficient in kernel driver debugging techniques.
• Experience with:
• Petalinux / Xilinx SoC (Zynq Ultrascale , Versal) - preferred
• Linux networking/routing - preferred
• Docker and Podman on Linux - preferred
• Wind River Linux - preferred
  
  

Soft Skills & Team Attributes

• Ability to lead and guide software development efforts.
• Strong collaborator, able to elevate team performance.
• Deep understanding of technology trends and willingness to champion new ideas.
• Committed to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or related STEM field or equivalent experience as defined above.
  
  

Workplace & Schedule

• Hybrid/flex role based in Scottsdale, AZ.
• Option for 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off).
  
  

Why Join CPI

• Work on mission-critical cryptographic technologies that protect national security.
• Research-oriented environment with cutting-edge engineering challenges.
• Flexible schedules, hybrid work, and strong work-life balance options.
• Competitive benefits: 401k match, FTO, parental leave, health & wellness programs, employee resource groups, and more.
  
  

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT:

This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.

NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:

No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.